Tuesday 25^th November 2008
One Birdcage Walk, Westminster, London

09:30	Registration & Morning Refreshments
10:00	Chair's Welcome and Introduction Michael Hyatt, Technical Director - SMMT
10:15	[Keynote Address] A Year in Review: The Key Issues In 2008 Paul Nieuwenhuis, Centre for Automotive Industry Research Technological Breakthroughs in Design, Efficiency and Engine Components Leading Vehicle Manufacturers Vehicle CO2 Emissions and Our Impact on the Environment Expansion and Growth in New Markets - India, China and Eastern Europe Shift in Sales - SUVs Down & Hybrids Up Global Financial Concerns and Sales Stagnation in Mature Markets
10:40	Morning Refreshments
11:00	Session One: Understanding Key Global Shifts in the Automotive Industry Kevin Gaskell, President - EurotaxGlass's International AG Ben Rachel, Planning Director - CMW Dealing With The Auto Industry’s Rapidly Changing Landscape Repercussions of the Credit Crunch Stagnation and Falling Sales in Key Markets – Comprehending Change What Will Government Loans for the Auto Industry Really Achieve? The Fate of the Detroit 3 – or 2? What Does It Mean For The Auto Industry? Bringing Back Stability to the Financial Systems Overcoming Harsh Market Conditions and Pressing Forward Rising Costs of Raw Materials – Absorbed or Passed Directly to Consumers? Competing in a Global R&D Market – Keeping Pace With Technological Change Impact of Globalisation on Suppliers and Manufacturers
11:45	Open Floor Discussion & Debate with Session One
12:30	Networking Lunch – Sponsored by LMS
13:30	[Case Study] Creating a Business Model in the Global Race for Success – Niche Manufacturing Charles Morgan, Managing Director - Morgan Motor Company Creating Opportunities and Competitive Advantages How Can The Industry Position Itself for A New Evolving Industry?
14:10	Afternoon Refreshments
14:30	Session Two: The Future Sustainability of the Automotive Industry Beyond 2008 Michiel Van Ratingen, Secretary General - Euro NCAP Anil Valsan, Research Manager, Europe - Frost & Sullivan Innovation and Growth to Continue the Move Forward Euro NCAP and Safety Advancement Striking the Balance between Safety Regulation and Development Costs Government and Industry Working Together Trends in Mergers, Acquisitions and Consolidation within the Industry Evolution of OEM and Supplier Relationships Outlook for the Future of The Auto Industry – The Next 10 Years What will the Automotive Industry Look Like in 10 Years? Market Outlook… Is There an End to the Financial Crisis in Sight? Dealing With a Looming Energy Crisis The Rise of the Supplier – How Suppliers Will Play a Major Role in the Market Taking an Optimistic Approach to the Road Ahead…
15:10	Open Floor Discussion & Debate with Panel Two
15:50	Chair's Summary and Closing Comments
15:55	Networking Drinks Reception

** Please note that the programme is subject to change without notice **